Overview
NT Labs Live Filter Bacteria (Mature) – 250 ml is a live suspension of 7 beneficial bacterial species—including Nitrosomonas, Nitrobacter, and Nitrospira—designed to jump-start biological filtration in startup ponds or those recovering from winter dormancy or maintenance.
Key Benefits
- Rapidly establishes nitrifying bacteria to process ammonia and nitrite spikes
- Ideal for new filter startups, adding fish, or after cleaning filters and seasonal winter breaks
- Can be dosed weekly to maintain healthy biological balance in unfiltered or lightly filtered setups
- Safe for fish, wildlife, and aquaponics systems; cannot be overdosed
Dosage & Directions
- Shake the bottle well before use
- Standard dose: 10 ml treats approximately 182 L (40 gal); for 250 ml, full bottle treats ~4,550 L (1,000 gallons)
- Double dose when establishing a new pond or filter, or after filter cleaning
- Apply directly into filter media or pond water; no dilution needed
When to Use
- At filtration system startup or pond setup
- After water changes, filter maintenance, or fish stocking
- At the start of the season following overwintering or inactivity
- Weekly maintenance dose in unfiltered or lightly filtered ponds/tanks
Why Choose NT Labs Live Bacteria?
- Contains a blend of proven nitrifying bacteria essential for ammonia/nitrite control
- Helps maintain clear, safe water quickly and efficiently
- Established brand trusted by aquascapers and pond hobbyists since 1982
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